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Hi! I am Jenna! I started babysitting when I was 10 years old. While getting my bachelor's degree, I worked part time at a daycare. I worked with all ages from 3 months old to school age. Once I graduated in 2020, I took a full time position teaching 1-year-olds. I handled diaper changes, feedings, curriculum etc. While...
Jenna can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hailey S.
McDonald, PA
$20-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I've been a childcare provider for two years, and my passion for nurturing and supporting children's development is what drives me. I've always been drawn to caring for children, and my experience as a babysitter reinforced my desire to make a positive impact on their lives.
My patient and calm personality allows me to create a...
I have taken care of children in the past but I am looking more for families who need someone to take care of their pets while they are either at work and when they on vacation. I work at a doggy daycare and am experienced with any age or breed of dogs and cats. I am willing to take care of any type of pet.
Carly can also help with: Carpooling, travel
Hailey S.
McDonald, PA
$16-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a passionate childcare provider devoted to nurturing the well-being and development of children. With three years of experience, I've honed my skills in providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for kids of various ages.
My patient and creative nature allows me to engage children in a variety of activities...
Brianna S.
McDonald, PA
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love to help children grow and expand their minds. I can be a big help with school work or create activities to prepare them for school. I will come with crafts. I babysat 3-5 kids for a full year from the age range of 2 years old to 9 years old. I took all five children to the zoo and have taken three to the pool and park. I...
Linda K.
McDonald, PA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a mature adult woman I have raised my own son whom is now an adult. I also provided care for mentally and physically challenged adults for 17 years . Throughout the years I have provided care for children of all ages.
Linda can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I am a stay at home mom right now with three kids of my own. A 6, 5 and 1-year-old. My two older kids are in school during the day so it's just me and the baby home during the week days. I have a Masters Degree in Counseling with my undergrad in Psychology.
I would prefer to have kids come to my house since I have to get my...
Kaitlyn G.
Canonsburg, PA
$20-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available On Some Weeknights And Weekends
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Kaitlyn, I am a very fun loving and caring individual. I've babysat many children at a variety of ages. I've worked in a daycare setting for about 6 years and I have gained experience with the age groups of infants to kindergarten. Some of my most admirable qualities are being able to interact on any kids...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Kaitlyn when we found ourselves in a pinch and needing last minute childcare, and she was wonderful! We have a 1 year old and almost 3 year old, left her directions, she followed them well and my kids had so much fun playing with her. We will definitely...
Constance H.
Johannah W.
Carnegie, PA
$16-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
4.8
(8)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Jo! I have a degree in Early Education and Child Development and am certified in Child Development. I am CPR certified for all ages, first aid certified, and also on the national coaches registry. I am going into my 7th year as head varsity coach at Chartiers Valley School District coaching Varsity/ Jr Varsity...
Johannah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Absolutely love Johannah. She was so attentive, caring and even a teacher to my little one. She has a teaching degree so she did educational activities with my little one. Would absolutely recommend her. "
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Madison M.
Canonsburg, PA
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter And Early Childhood Education Student Available All Weekdays
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Madi! I have been babysitting since I was 13 and I absolutely love kids!. I am a graduate of Thiel College with a degree in English education. I know that the Covid-19 pandemic hit home for most of us and it left kids without in-school instruction for quite some time. I wanted to reach out to anyone who may need...
Madison can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Madison was able to babysit for us last minute! She arrived early and was very friendly and polite! Our evening went later than planned and she was very flexible with us! She took great care of our son and dogs while she was here! We will definitely use her again!"
Chris G.
5.0
(2)
Hello my name is Monica!
I currently work as a Toddler Teacher during the week. I use to be a nanny and wad with that fanily for a little over 2 years. Before that I worked in an infant class as a teacher in Colorado. The kids in my care were 6 weeks to 18 months. I have experience with kids with special needs, as I use to...
Monica can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Monica is one of the best Baby sitters I've ever had the chance to know. She is so knowledgeable regarding child care and needs. I would recommend Monica to anyone looking for a baby sitter anytime!"
Nicole A.
Sara S.
Canonsburg, PA
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Throughout high school, I was a full time summer nanny for a family in my hometown in Dayton, OH. I graduated from Ohio University in April 2016 with a degree in Social Work. After college, I held a position as a lead preschool teacher at Primrose School of Centerville, Ohio but I am willing and able to care for children of all...
Sara can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sara is a great young lady who works very hard and is very good at caring for children (and pets)! I have had her watch my dog, while on vacation, and she has also been helpful in watching children at the office. Sara is very organized, helpful, and dependent."
Ashley C.
5.0
(3)
All my life I have been around children, caring for them, playing with them, teaching them. My mother babysit other children while raising my two sisters and I, so ever since I was young I've helped cared for kids. I began babysitting on my own when I was 15. I've babysat for a rough estimate of around 20 different families. I...
Grayce can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Grayce watched our two boys (2 and 7) for 1.5 years for at least once a week, and often many days per week. She was always punctual and was professional regarding scheduling and communications. In terms of helping out, we didn't have to spell out every little...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I previously worked at a daycare for 2 years caring for children 5 months to 10 years of age. During this time I was responsible for prepping and serving the children meals. I also taught toddler and preschoolers their daily lessons, and take pride in creating actives the involve each developmental domain of a child.
I have...
Sindiziwe can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Pretty cared for our 5 month old baby 3 days per week over the summer. She was excellent. Very mature, responsible, and great at communicating. She was so sweet with our baby and he was excited to see her each morning when she arrived. We are sad she can’t be our...
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Autumn S.
Carnegie, PA
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, thank you for viewing my profile! Working with kids has always been a passion of mine. I'm 25 years old, currently working a full time position as a Registered Behavior Technician, working with children on the autism spectrum, as well as a full time student at Penn State Greater Allegheny. I have 10+ years experience...
Autumn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Autumn sat with my three kids for an evening out and she did a great job! Arrived right on time, very sweet, and the kids were safe and happy (or asleep!) on our return. Recommend!"
Hilary R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a pediatric nurse with 8 years of experience turned stay-at-home mom to my 2 under 2 in 2020. I have my Masters Degree in Nursing and am CPR certified. I'm currently looking for occasional work to bring in a bit of income without disrupting my kids' schedules. I've watched children in the past regularly, ranging in age from...
Mariah can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Mariah is currently watching our two boys who just adore her! She is always smiling and friendly, I always come home to a clean happy house. We will be very sad when she goes back to school next month."
Mandy R.
Amber T.
Canonsburg, PA
$22-25/hr • 14 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello Im a 26-year-old elementary teacher ! I have babysit/ taught children for at least 10 years now, teaching is truly my passion! Im looking for occasional date sitting gigs either after school or on the weekends! I love being outside and being creative! I am CPR certified and have fully updated clearances!
Amber can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Amber is great! Punctual, attentive, and created a safe environment for my son. She communicated with me very well and I highly recommend her! "
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Maria B.
Houston, PA
$15-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I'm passionate about caring for children, supporting families, and enriching young lives. My own 14-month-old son has shown me the immense joy and responsibility that comes with childcare. With prior childcare experience, I'm comfortable caring for multiple children.
I'm patient, calm, creative, and friendly, which helps me...
Maria can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Maria is AMAZING! She is a natural at caring for others, especially babies and children. She has years of experience teaching which is also such an added bonus. Maria is the most reliable person I have ever reached out to for help and I highly recommend her as the...
Care member
1.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is McKenna, I'm 23 years old with 8 years of experience. Over the years, I have nannied for several families, and stuck with them for as long as they needed me. I am a very reliable, trustworthy and fun babysitter. I interact very well with children and believe that interaction is a key role when helping a child succeed...
Mckenna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Abigail R.
Canonsburg, PA
$20-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
I'm a nurturing individual with six years of experience providing childcare for children of various ages. My passion for fostering children's growth and development, coupled with my positive babysitting experiences, inspired me to become a caregiver.
I am patient, calm, creative, imaginative, and friendly. I believe in open and...
Abigail can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in McDonald, PA
Kaitlyn G.
5.0
We hired Kaitlyn when we found ourselves in a pinch and needing last minute childcare, and she was wonderful! We have a 1 year old and almost 3 year old, left her directions, she followed them well and my kids had so much fun playing with her. We will definitely keep Kaitlyn on our list of sitters...
- Constance H.
Johannah W.
5.0
Absolutely love Johannah. She was so attentive, caring and even a teacher to my little one. She has a teaching degree so she did educational activities with my little one. Would absolutely recommend her.
- Care member
Madison M.
5.0
Madison was fantastic with my children. I highly recommend her.
- Tim B.
Monica B.
5.0
I have known Monica for 12 years, she has watched my children for 6 of those 12. We have since moved out of state and she remains part of our family. She is compassionate, caring, and has amazing communication. She is still involved in all of my children's lives and has watched them grow up with me....
- Autumn S.
Sara S.
5.0
Sara is fantastic! She cared for our three young children for two weeks while we were in between care and she was wonderful! Always on time. Worked/played with the kids. Cleaned up. And was always positive. The kids were so sad to see her go.
- Kate G.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in McDonald, PA:
How can I find a McDonald babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in McDonald, PA can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 7 babysitters in McDonald, PA on Care.com, with an average rating of 0.0. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in McDonald, PA?
The average rate for McDonald, PA babysitters on Care.com is $14.29 per hour as of April 2025. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in McDonald, PA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in McDonald, PA through Care.com. As of 2025, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.